Question 1

Is TruthHire more expensive than OnlineJobs.ph?

Accepted Answer

Only in Year 1, and only if you don't factor in your time. TruthHire's $1,500 flat fee is one-time. OnlineJobs.ph charges $69/month ($828/year) but you also spend 20-40 hours on the hiring process yourself. If your time is worth more than $30/hour, TruthHire is actually cheaper. In Year 2 and beyond, the platforms cost the same because you're only paying the VA their salary.

Question 2

Does OnlineJobs.ph do vetting for me?

Accepted Answer

No. OnlineJobs.ph is a self-service job board. You post the job, review applicants, run interviews, verify references, and negotiate rates yourself. They provide the platform; you do the work.

Question 3

Can I use both OnlineJobs.ph and TruthHire?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Some founders use OnlineJobs.ph for simple task-based hires like data entry and basic VA work, and TruthHire for critical hires like bookkeeper, executive assistant, developer, or marketing lead where vetting quality matters more.

Question 4

What if I've already tried OnlineJobs.ph and it didn't work out?

Accepted Answer

Many TruthHire clients tried OnlineJobs.ph first, got burned on vetting, and came to TruthHire for a properly-screened hire. Book a free consult and we'll build a screening plan that avoids the same pitfalls.

Question 5

Does TruthHire only hire from the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

No. TruthHire places both Filipino and Latin American talent. OnlineJobs.ph is Philippines-only. If you need same-timezone coverage for a US-based team, LatAm talent from Colombia, Mexico, or Argentina is often a better fit.

Question 6

What happens if my TruthHire placement doesn't work out?

Accepted Answer

TruthHire offers a 90-day replacement guarantee from the hire date. If the placement quits, underperforms, or turns out to be a bad fit within 90 days, TruthHire finds and vets a replacement at no additional cost.

Question 7

How is TruthHire different from Toptal or Upwork?

Accepted Answer

Toptal and Upwork are marketplaces or agencies charging 20-25% markups on top of talent costs, often $80 to $150+ per hour for skilled roles. TruthHire is a placement service that vets talent for you and places them direct at their normal rate. You own the hire, pay them directly, and never pay TruthHire again.

Question 8

Can I meet the founder before I sign up?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every prospect gets a free 15-minute consultation with Nard Valbuena, TruthHire's founder. Book at truthhire.com/contact.